Who Puts Family First
During a divorce, Pennsylvania parents can develop a plan defining the times each of them will have with their children and how they will make their children's important life decisions like health, education, and religion. This helps prevent conflicts between...
In Pennsylvania, families come in all different forms. This includes unmarried parents who are no longer in a relationship but have children together. If you are an unwed father and you want custody of your child, you should know all about your rights. You may have to...
Pennsylvania courts expect the two parents to work together in custody cases. They may even seek to punish the parent that they view as getting in the way of good relations between the two parents. This is why it is crucial to put old grievances aside and work...
Although you may be committed to ending your marriage, your spouse may not feel the same way. While Pennsylvania law doesn't prohibit you from unilaterally seeking to dissolve a marriage, it may not always be your best option. In some cases, it may be possible to...
When you and your estranged spouse file for divorce in Pennsylvania, the judge will treat your adopted child just like a biological child. In other words, the court won't take your child away from you because they're adopted. However, you might still have to fight for...
Child custody negotiations don't always end with an amicable agreement. Both spouses may seek sole custody, and the courts could only award that to one parent. A Pennsylvania judge may even frown on joint custody arrangements when one or both parents can't provide a...
In many cases, parents share custody of their children after a divorce or a separation. However, there is a chance that a Pennsylvania judge will allow you to have full custody of your children. It's also possible that you'll be a noncustodial parent. There are many...
Pennsylvania residents who are looking to adopt a child have many choices ahead of them. One program that the state offers is Adoption Assistance. Understanding what this program is and who is eligible can assist you in making the right decisions regarding the...
Pennsylvania and other states are showing an increase in the number of divorces taking place for people over the age of 50 years old. Many of these are commonly coined gray divorces due to the age of the couples involved. If you're currently thinking about going...
Pennsylvania parents whose marriages have ended may find themselves wanting to relocate after the divorce is finalized. This isn't anything new for a lot of divorced couples as they feel like putting space between them will help. However, modifying a child custody...